Driving your vehicle
SPORT mode
SPORT mode manages the
driving dynamics by
automatically adjusting the
steering effort, the engine
and transmission control
logic for enhanced driving
performance.
• When SPORT mode is selected by
pressing the DRIVE MODE button, the
SPORT indicator will illuminate.
• Whenever the engine is restarted,
the Drive Mode will revert back to
COMFORT mode. If SPORT mode is
desired, re-select SPORT mode from
the DRIVE MODE button.
• If the vehicle is equipped with
intelligent manual transmission,
whenever the engine is restarted, the
Drive Mode will change to ECO mode.
• When the ignition is turned on, Drive
Mode is set to ECO by default. (for 48
MHEV)
• When SPORT mode is activated:
- The engine rpm will tend to remain
raised over a certain length of time
even after releasing the accelerator
- Upshifts are delayed when
accelerating
Information
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In SPORT mode, the fuel efficiency may
decrease.
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